Human Resources Generalist

Leoforce; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with 6% Company Match

Employee wellness initiatives

Casual and collaborative work env.

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Louisville, KY. You will manage payroll, benefits, HR operations, and employee support, ensuring a positive experience across the organization.

You’ll partner with managers to administer ADP Workforce Now payroll, benefits programs, and HR compliance while handling onboarding, records, and inquiries with discretion and professionalism. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in payroll/HR, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative, hands-on

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, and human resources.
• Experience processing payroll for 150+ employees.
• Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll platforms.
• Knowledge of employee benefits, leave administration, and HR compliance.
• Understanding of federal and state employment laws.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service and employee communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate bi-weekly payroll for 150+ employees via ADP Workforce Now.
• Handle compensation changes, deductions, benefits, and 401(k) contributions.
• Verify timecards and payroll data for accuracy.
• Collaborate with managers to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll reports for accounting and leadership.
• Maintain payroll records and compliance.
• Liaise with ADP to resolve payroll issues.
• Administer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, COBRA, and retirement plans.
• Answer benefit questions and support employees.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment.
• Manage enrollments and life events.
• Reconcile monthly invoices and resolve carrier discrepancies.
• Administer leave programs including FMLA and disabilities.
• Support wellness initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire processes.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity in ADP.
• Assist with recruiting, postings, applicant tracking.
• Process I-9 verification and compliance.
• Coordinate recognition and service anniversaries.
• Support EEO-1 reporting and audits.
• Answer employee questions about HR policies.
• Help organize appreciation events.

Skills

Payroll

Benefits

HR Operations

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS

Compliance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Human Resources Generalist

Louisville, KY, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

This is a highly visible role responsible for payroll processing, benefits administration, HR operations, employee support, and compliance activities. You'll be a trusted resource for employees and managers while helping ensure an exceptional employee experience across the organization.

If you're someone who enjoys variety, solving problems, helping employees, and wearing multiple hats within HR, you'll thrive in this role.

What You'll Be Doing:

Payroll Administration

• Process accurate and compliant bi-weekly payroll for 150+ employees utilizing ADP Workforce Now
• Manage payroll changes including compensation adjustments, deductions, benefits, and 401(k) contributions
• Review payroll data, timecards, and reporting to ensure accuracy prior to processing
• Partner with managers to resolve payroll and timekeeping discrepancies
• Prepare payroll reporting for accounting and leadership teams
• Maintain payroll records, documentation, and compliance requirements
• Work directly with ADP to research and resolve payroll-related issues

Benefits Administration

• Administer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, COBRA, and retirement plans
• Serve as the primary employee resource for benefit questions and support
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities from setup through completion
• Manage employee enrollments, status changes, and qualifying life events
• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and resolve carrier discrepancies
• Administer leave programs including FMLA, disability, and other leave-of-absence requests
• Support and promote the company's employee wellness initiatives

Human Resources Operations

• Coordinate onboarding and new hire processes to create a positive employee experience
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data integrity within ADP
• Assist with recruiting activities, job postings, and applicant tracking
• Process I-9 verification and employment compliance requirements
• Coordinate employee recognition and service anniversary programs
• Support HR compliance initiatives including EEO-1 reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements
• Serve as a trusted resource for employee questions regarding HR policies, programs, and procedures
• Help organize employee appreciation events and company celebrations throughout the year

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, and human resources
• Experience processing payroll for 150+ employees
• Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll platforms
• Knowledge of employee benefits, leave administration, and HR compliance
• Understanding of federal and state employment laws
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent customer service and employee communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred
• Manufacturing experience strongly desired

A bit about us

We're a growing, multi-site organization with operations across the United States, serving a diverse range of industries through innovative recycling, sustainability, and industrial processing solutions.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking an HR, Payroll & Benefits Administrator to play a key role in supporting employees across multiple locations. This position offers broad exposure to payroll, benefits, HR administration, compliance, onboarding, and employee support while serving as a trusted resource throughout the organization.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your contributions are valued, your work has a direct impact, and you can continue expanding your HR skill set in a collaborative and down-to-earth environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us

• Hybrid Role!
• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Casual and collaborative work environment
• Growth and development opportunities